Weekly Advisory: June 16, 2014

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Absentee Dads: Black men who return to their communities from prison find it difficult to make connections. For men who are fathers, their inability to make connections can have economic and social implications for themselves and their families. Joseph Strickland, senior researcher at the Center for Social Policy and Research, UIC Jane Addams College of Social Work, can discuss the parenting role of black male ex-prisoners. Contact Jeffron Boynés, (312) 413-8702; jboynes@uic.edu

July 14-25: Theatre Camp for High School Students. Led by David Kersnar, co-founder of Lookingglass Theatre Company, with instruction by UIC faculty.10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Education, Theatre, Music and Social Work Building, 1040 W. Harrison St. $475. Call (312) 996-2867.